Product classification
HS code for Cork wall tiles: 4503.90
Cork, articles of natural cork other than corks and stoppers.
Classification of cork wall tiles under HS 4503.90
Cork wall tiles made from natural cork are classified under HS code 450390. This heading is a residual category for articles of natural cork that are not specifically identified as stoppers or gaskets. Unlike agglomerated cork tiles, these products are manufactured by slicing or cutting natural cork bark directly into decorative panels. The classification under 450390 is appropriate because the product has been advanced beyond a simple semi-processed state (like a sheet or strip) into a finished article intended for a specific decorative or functional purpose. Natural cork wall tiles are prized for their unique, non-repeating patterns and organic texture, which cannot be replicated by agglomerated versions. To qualify for this code, the tiles must retain the original cellular structure of the cork oak bark and must not be composed of granulated cork particles bonded with adhesives. This distinction is vital for customs valuation, as natural cork articles generally command a higher market price than reconstituted alternatives.
- Covers
- Natural cork decorative wall panels
- Solid natural cork tiles for interior design
- Hand-cut natural cork wall coverings
- Natural cork insulation panels (non-agglomerated)
- Finished natural cork shapes for wall mounting
- Also under 4503.90
- IKEA cork coasters
- Birkenstock cork footbeds
- Corkor cork wallets
- fishing rods with cork grips
Codes often confused with 4503.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for this product is HS code 450410, which covers agglomerated cork tiles. Most mass-produced cork tiles are agglomerated, so customs officials may default to 4504 unless the natural origin is clearly documented. Additionally, if the tiles are backed with a significant layer of plastic or textile, they might be classified under the respective chapters for those materials (e.g., Chapter 39 or 59) depending on which component provides the essential character.
Top exporters and importers of HS 450390 (the code used for cork wall tiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 450390 (the code used for cork wall tiles) in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 51% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 450390, not only cork wall tiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Portugal $8.0M 27% of world exports
- 2 Spain $5.1M 17% of world exports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $2.1M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $30M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $38M 51% of world imports
- 2 Spain $6.3M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Italy $4.7M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $75M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for cork wall tiles
Brazil classifies cork wall tiles under NCM 4503.90.00: HS 4503.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cork wall tiles
What is the HS code for Cork wall tiles?
The HS code for Cork wall tiles is 450390 (Cork; articles of natural cork other than corks and stoppers).
How do I classify Cork wall tiles for customs?
Cork wall tiles is classified under HS code 450390 — Cork; articles of natural cork other than corks and stoppers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for natural cork wall tiles?
The HS code for wall tiles made from natural (non-agglomerated) cork is 450390.
How do I distinguish natural cork tiles from agglomerated ones?
Natural cork tiles show the continuous grain of the bark, while agglomerated tiles look like a mosaic of small, pressed particles.
Which countries are the top exporters of cork wall tiles (HS 450390)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 450390 (the code used for cork wall tiles) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($8.0M, 27% of world exports), Spain ($5.1M) and Saudi Arabia ($2.1M). World exports came to about $30M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cork wall tiles (HS 450390)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 450390 (the code used for cork wall tiles) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($38M, 51% of world imports), Spain ($6.3M) and Italy ($4.7M). World imports came to about $75M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cork wall tiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 450390 for Cork wall tiles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cork wall tiles in Brazil?
In Brazil, cork wall tiles (HS 450390) is classified under NCM 4503.90.00.